Cheap flights to Iowa from $85

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CMH — DSM
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Flights to Iowa in 2024

Find the latest flights to Iowa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,719,943 searches and data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$376

Round-trip from

$175

One-way from

$85
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From New York to Des Moines
One-way flight from New York to Iowa

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Cheap flights to Iowa in May & June 2024

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Cheap flights to Des Moines, IA
Mon 6/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/108:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$175
Mon 5/2712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/38:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$179
Wed 5/152:20 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/208:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$191
Wed 5/1510:00 pmEWR - DSM
2 stops16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/208:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$193
Fri 6/1412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/178:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$199
Mon 6/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/106:40 amDSM - EWR
2 stops18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$202
Wed 5/152:20 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/208:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$210
Mon 5/2712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/39:00 amDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$213
Wed 5/1511:10 amEWR - DSM
3 stops27h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/208:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$214
Cheap flights to Cedar Rapids, IA
Mon 6/39:53 amEWR - CID
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/109:57 pmCID - EWR
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$179
Mon 6/35:00 amEWR - CID
1 stop14h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/107:11 pmCID - EWR
2 stops17h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$183
Mon 6/39:37 amEWR - CID
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Mon 6/107:11 pmCID - EWR
2 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$205
Mon 6/39:37 amEWR - CID
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Mon 6/107:11 pmCID - EWR
2 stops17h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$209
Tue 6/46:59 pmLGA - CID
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Tue 6/116:00 amCID - LGA
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 5/5$227
Tue 6/43:10 pmLGA - CID
2 stops9h 33mDelta
Tue 6/116:00 amCID - LGA
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 5/5$232
Mon 6/39:37 amEWR - CID
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Mon 6/109:57 pmCID - EWR
3 stops23h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$232
Wed 6/195:35 pmLGA - CID
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/257:00 amCID - LGA
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$245
Fri 6/215:38 pmEWR - CID
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/256:00 amCID - EWR
2 stops9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$270
Cheap flights to Sioux City, IA
Thu 6/67:30 amLGA - SUX
1 stop16h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/287:20 amSUX - LGA
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$428
Thu 6/67:30 amLGA - SUX
1 stop16h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/287:20 amSUX - LGA
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Deal found 5/5$491
Thu 6/67:00 amEWR - SUX
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Deal found 5/5$498
Mon 5/209:57 pmEWR - SUX
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Fri 5/246:54 pmSUX - EWR
1 stop27h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$590
Mon 5/209:29 pmEWR - SUX
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/246:54 pmSUX - EWR
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Deal found 5/5$613
Fri 5/106:25 pmLGA - SUX
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:29 amSUX - LGA
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$649
Fri 5/109:57 pmEWR - SUX
2 stops25h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:29 amSUX - EWR
2 stops24h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$735
Fri 5/109:57 pmEWR - SUX
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Sun 5/126:29 amSUX - EWR
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Deal found 5/5$762
Fri 5/109:29 pmEWR - SUX
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:29 amSUX - EWR
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Deal found 5/5$805

Iowa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Iowa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,719,943 searches and data were last updated on May 5, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Iowa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Fri 9/611:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/97:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$114
Fri 9/1311:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/167:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/3$134
Fri 9/1311:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/307:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$146
Fri 8/912:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/128:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$165
Mon 6/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/108:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$175
Mon 6/39:53 amEWR - CID
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/109:57 pmCID - EWR
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$179
Mon 5/2712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/38:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$179
Mon 9/911:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/307:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$180
Fri 8/1611:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/197:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$182

Flights to Iowa departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Iowa, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,719,943 searches and data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Iowa, consider booking one of these fares. Double check the price, date, and time of your last-minute flight.
Wed 5/159:29 pmLGA - DSM
2 stops16h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/209:00 amDSM - LGA
2 stops21h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$190
Fri 5/105:00 pmLGA - CID
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Thu 5/166:00 amCID - LGA
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 5/4$345
Fri 5/106:25 pmLGA - SUX
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:29 amSUX - LGA
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$649

One-way flights to Iowa

Explore one-way flight options to Iowa for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,719,943 searches and data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to Iowa. Users can also find round-trip Iowa flights by using the search form above.
Fri 7/2612:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$85
Wed 6/1210:59 pmLGA - CID
1 stop17h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/4$101
Wed 5/158:30 amLGA - SUX
1 stop15h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$313

Direct flights to Iowa

Fri 9/611:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/97:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$114
Fri 5/3112:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/38:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/5$133
Fri 9/1311:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/167:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/3$134
Fri 9/1311:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/307:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$146
Fri 7/1212:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 7/158:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/5$163
Fri 8/912:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/128:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$165
Mon 6/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/108:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$175
Mon 5/2712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/38:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$179
Mon 9/911:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/307:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/4$180

Average price of flights to Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Iowa is currently $166 while a round-trip flight costs $220. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Iowa (average of $323). Flying to Iowa in June will prove the most costly (average of $453). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$323

February

$364

March

$396

April

$387

May

$377

June

$453

July

$428

August

$385

September

$343

October

$370

November

$385

December

$365

Temperature and rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Iowa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Iowa. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
The best time to book flights to Iowa is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Iowa. Reviews last updated May 5, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Delta and United Airlines to Iowa. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.6
Good
2,966 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.5
Good
1,025 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.4
Good
11,118 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.3
Good
14,713 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

What’s one thing you’ll see from your flight to Iowa? Before it was a field of dreams, Iowa was a field of corn. Iowa is one of the largest agricultural states in the U.S. Find a window seat on the flight to Iowa and you’ll fly over $10 billion worth of crops and livestock that keeps Iowa’s economy strong. The Hawkeye State – named after Hawkeye in James Fenimore Cooper’s 1826 book The Last of the Mohicans– leads the nation in all corn and soybean sales and comes in third in total livestock sales.

Book flights to Iowa and play on the baseball field made famous by the movie, Field of Dreams. Walk under the famed bridges of Madison County or take part in one of the state’s revered state fairs. Iowa is the hometown of Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States, and is the first caucus in the nation during every Presidential election.

For the outdoors-type booking flights to Iowa, expect fishing, hiking, camping, biking and some of the best golf courses in the nation. Whether the flight to Iowa is for business, pleasure or politics, travelers are sure to be captivated by this field of dreams. Book flights to Iowa for wide range of fun.

Popular Destinations In Iowa

What is good to know if travelling to Iowa?

  • Some of the best architecture can be found in the Midwest and the Des Moines Art Center definitely ranks high on the list. Designed by three of the greatest 20th century architects: I. M. Pei, Eliel Saarinen, and Richard Meier, this modern museum is home to some of the most exquisite modern art including works by Matisse, O’Keeffe, Rothko, and Richter.
  • Another impressive structure that shouldn’t be missed is the Figge Art Museum designed by London-based minimalist architect David Chipperfield. Overlooking the Mississippi River the museum has an impressive collection of art including works by Grant Wood and Any Warhol as well as a large selection of Mexican colonial paintings.
  • If you enjoyed reading the weepy novel Bridges of Madison County or watching the movie, then why not visit the famous covered bridges in the picturesque town of Winterset where the movie was filmed. Then head to legendary actor John Wayne’s house where he was born and take a guided tour of the 1907 property.
  • Antique lovers should head to the town of Walnut, better known as “the antique city”, and explore the quaint antique shops that house some of the best quality antiques in the country. A favorite among antique buffs is the Granary Antique Mall where you’ll find a large selection of priceless antiques and collectibles. And if you happen to be there in June check the annual AMVET’s Antique Walk and Show.
  • If you’re interested in U.S. history then the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library, Museum, and National Historic Site will fascinate you. The Historic Site includes a tour of the former President’s birthplace cottage, his father’s blacksmith shop, a Quaker meetinghouse, a pioneer schoolhouse and the president’s grave site.
  • What is the climate like in Iowa?

    One of the Great Plains states, Iowa’s climate has wild weather with thunderstorms, droughts, blizzards, and hailstorms, and the western part of the state is in tornado alley.Iowa generally has hot and humid summers with temperatures reaching or exceeding 100 degrees (F). Winters are cold and harsh, January temperatures are generally in the teens and 20s, and travel can be difficult. Spring and fall are mild, but the springs are wet. Typically, the state has 266 sunny or partly sunny days and an average of 30 inches of winter snowfall.

  • When is the best time to fly to Iowa?

    Peak Season: Summer is the peak tourist season. July and August are busy with fairs and festivals, and the Iowa State Fair (the state’s largest event) is held in August. There are lots of outdoor activities, and summer is the time for golfing, fishing, hiking, camping, and biking. Travelers booking flights to Iowa during the summer season should plan in advance and book Iowa flights and hotels ahead of time. Off Season: Des Moines is comfortable in late spring and early autumn, especially May and September, when temperatures are in the low 70s. Winter has cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, although the weather can make travel around the state difficult.

  • What is the best way to travel around Iowa?

    Driving is the best way to get around Iowa and its cities, and the best way to see the state. Scenic drives take you to the Madison Country bridges, along the Mississippi valley, and through the Loess Hills. Iowa has 13 scenic drives and 23 visitor centers. The terrain of plains and low, rolling hills makes bicycling easy, and the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (Ragbrai) is an annual seven-day bicycle ride across the state and is the longest, largest, and oldest touring bicycle ride in the world.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Iowa if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Iowa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Iowa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Frontier is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Iowa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Iowa?

    Cedar Rapids Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Iowa. One-way flights to Cedar Rapids Airport typically cost $19, while round-trip flights cost around $35.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Iowa?

    A round-trip flight to Iowa will typically cost around $129, however they can be found for as little as $35.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Iowa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Iowa, Oakland offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 47 minutes).

  • Does Des Moines Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Des Moines Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Des Moines Airport?

    Yes. Des Moines Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the closest property to Des Moines Airport (0.0 mi away from Des Moines Airport).

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